2008 Mercury Milan Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2008 Mercury Milan, 39% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 100,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “pedal went” (16% of reports).
- 178service brakes complaints
- 100,000median miles at failure
- 14mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,450typical repair cost reported by owners
- 15%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Pedal went: mentioned in 28 of 178 complaints (16%)
- Way floor: mentioned in 21 of 178 complaints (12%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 16 of 178 complaints (9%)
- Hydraulic control unit: mentioned in 15 of 178 complaints (8%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the 2008 Mercury Milan at $1,450, and half of them between $1,100 and $1,750.
Based on 12 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2014–2023), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 151 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 178 complaints, 14 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury.
Mercury Milan service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Milan | 10 | 5% | 44,063 |
| 2010 Milan | 93 | 9% | 72,550 |
| 2009 Milan | 99 | 44% | 95,000 |
| 2008 Milan | 178 | 39% | 100,000 |
| 2007 Milan | 113 | 26% | 92,489 |
| 2006 Milan | 13 | 6% | 105,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
08 merc milan abs did not work and brakes failed almost causing major accidents. I used e brake to stop. Brakes went to floor. Been calling for and dealerships for recalls I find out now about abs malfunctioning noone will fix or get back to me. Leaking brake fluid all around abs module now…
The ABS brake function checked out during the recall window on Nov. 2 of 2021. The Ford dealer mechanics purged the brake system with fresh fluid and tested the function. Tested OK. The car was used without issue until recently and now the brake pedal goes down nearly to the floor before the brakes…
Brakes are failing even after they have been serviced. Unsafe car to drive
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2008 Mercury Milans have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 178 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2008 Mercury Milan (39% of the 451 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Mercury Milan service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 100,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the 2008 Mercury Milan?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,450 (half paid between $1,100 and $1,750), from 12 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2008 Mercury Milan?
The most frequent phrase is “pedal went”, in 28 of 178 complaints, followed by “way floor” (21).
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